Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oakdale Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakdale Elementary School serves the southwest part of Omaha, NE, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakdale Elementary School's student population of 312 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oakdale Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#70 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale Elementary School's ranking?
Oakdale Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Oakdale Elementary School often compared to?
Oakdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockbrook Elementary School, Sunset Hills Elementary School, Hillrise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Oakdale Elementary School?
312 students attend Oakdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Oakdale Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakdale Elementary School?
Oakdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oakdale Elementary School offer ?
Oakdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakdale Elementary School part of?
Oakdale Elementary School is part of Westside Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Oakdale Elementary School located?
Oakdale Elementary School is located in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 24 other public schools located in West Omaha.
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